Moisturizing steam cap and method

ABSTRACT

A moisturizing steam cap and method for hair moisturizing, where the moisturizing steam cap includes: an outer surface; an inner portion; a flap pocket stitched onto the inner portion, where the flap pocket includes a slit opening on one side of the pocket; and a moisturizing insert, where the moisturizing insert is placed into the flap pocket. The moisturizing insert may include an outer layer and a protective barrier. The steps related to a method of hair moisturizing according to the present invention includes: saturating a moisturizing insert with a moisturizing substance, inserting a moisturizing insert into a flap pocket of a moisturizing steam cap; placing a moisturizing steam cap over a user&#39;s hair; and heating the moisturizing insert releasing steam with the moisturizing steam cap.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Field of Invention

The present invention relates to a moisturizing steamer cap that is used to moisturize and condition hair.

Description of Related Art

Many women and some men prefer various hairstyling techniques to create hairstyles to meet their desires. The hairstyling usually involves washing, conditioning and then styling of the hair with either a comb, brushes, irons, hairdryers, rollers and various other methods to create hairstyles. One important aspect of hair styling is maintaining moisture of the hair. Dry hair can become brittle and result in split ends causing styling problems for the hair stylist. Many times during the styling process, hair stylists must place their subject under a hair dryer. Due to the heat of the hair dryer the hair may become dry and brittle during the process. It would therefore be advantageous to have a method that to infuse moisture into hair to avoid dryness.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a moisturizing steam cap and method for hair moisturizing, where the moisturizing steam cap includes: an outer surface; an inner portion; a flap pocket stitched onto the inner portion, where the flap pocket includes a slit opening on one side of the pocket; and a reusable moisturizing insert, where the reusable moisturizing insert is placed into the flap pocket and is saturated with a moisturizing substance before placement into the flap pocket. The saturated moisturizing insert moisturize a user's hair upon the application of heat. The moisturizing insert may include an outer layer and a protective barrier.

The steps related to a method of hair moisturizing according to the present invention includes: saturating a moisturizing insert with a moisturizing substance, inserting a moisturizing insert into a flap pocket of a moisturizing steam cap; placing a moisturizing steam cap over a user's hair; and heating the moisturizing insert releasing steam with the moisturizing steam cap. The moisturizing insert may be heated by using a hooded dryer over the moisturizing steam cap.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 depicts an inside view of a moisturizing steam cap in accordance with the present invention.

FIG. 2 provides a cross-sectional view of an insert that is used in conjunction with the moisturizing steam cap of the present invention.

FIG. 3 depicts a prospective view of the moisturizing steam cap as contemplated by the present invention.

FIG. 4 depicts use of the moisturizing steam cap under a conventional dryer.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The present invention relates to a moisturizing steam cap that is used in conjunction with a hairdryer. The moisturizing steam cap is placed over an individual's head and hair while under a hooded dryer. While under the hooded dryer, the cap adds moisture to the individual's hair by using an insert inside of the moisturizing steam cap. The insert is placed into a flap pocket that is placed on the inner surface of the moisturizing steam cap. The hooded dryer heats the insert causing a release of steam and thus infusing moisture into the user's hair. This insert includes a moisture emitting mid-section, an outer layer and a protective barrier. This insert provides moisture that accumulates within the moisturizing steam cap and is absorbed by the individual's hair. Preferably the insert is made of a water absorbent membrane. A user saturates the membrane with water and then places the insert into the flap pocket. The insert is heated once in the flap pocket and release moisture that is infused into the user's hair while under the dryer.

In reference to FIG. 1, a view of a moisturizing steam cap 50 in accordance with the present invention is shown. The inside portion of moisturizing steam cap 50 includes a flap pocket 44 where the flap pocket 44 has a slit opening 42 on one side of the flap pocket 44. The slit opening 42 allows for the insertion of a small insert that creates moisture within the moisturizing steam cap 50 while the moisturizing steam cap 50 is in use under a hairdryer. FIG. 2 depicts a cross-sectional view of an insert 30 that may be placed into the flap pocket 44. The insert 30 includes an outer layer 35 and a protective barrier 33. The insert 30 is placed through the slit opening 42 and the user places the moisturizing steam cap 50 over their hair to enjoy the benefits of a moisture emitting steam cap. The insert 30 in one particular embodiment may be heated by a hooded dryer. Alternatively, the insert 30 may be heated with a microwave oven or hot water. The insert 30 is saturated with water and may be may of cotton or other suitable material with proper density to absorb water.

FIG. 3 depicts a prospective view of the moisturizing steam cap 50, where an opening 52 is shown that allows for the placement of a moisturizing steam cap 50 over an individual's head. As shown, a section of the inner surface of the moisturizing steam cap 50 includes a pocket 55, which is stitched within the moisturizing steam cap 50 to allow for the insertion of the insert 30 for creating steam and moisture within the moisturizing steam cap 50. FIG. 4 shows use of the moisturizing steam cap 50 under a hair dryer 60. The hair dryer 60 generates heat that may be use to both dry and moisturize the hair of the user. The pocket 55 is also shown in FIG. 4 which contains the insert 30. The instant invention has been shown and described in what it considers to be the most practical and preferred embodiments. It is recognized, however, that departures may be made there from within the scope of the invention and that obvious modifications will occur to a person skilled in the art. 

1. A moisturizing steam cap for hair moisturizing comprising: a) an outer surface; b) an inner portion; c) a flap pocket stitched onto the inner portion, where the flap pocket includes a slit opening on one side of the pocket; and d) a reusable moisturizing insert, where the reusable moisturizing insert is placed into the flap pocket and is saturated with a moisturizing substance before placement into the flap pocket, wherein the reusable moisturizing insert is configured to moisturize a user's hair upon the application of heat, where the flap pocket is made of a mesh material.
 2. The moisturizing steam cap according to claim 1, where the reusable moisturizing insert includes an outer layer and a protective barrier.
 3. (canceled)
 4. The moisturizing steam cap according to claim 1, where the reusable moisturizing insert is further supported in the flap pocket through the use of a hook and loop fastener.
 5. The moisturizing steam cap according to claim 1, where the reusable moisturizing insert is made of a water absorbent material.
 6. The moisturizing steam cap according to claim 5, where the water absorbent material is cotton.
 7. A method of hair moisturizing comprising the steps of: a) saturating a moisturizing insert with a moisturizing substance; b) inserting the moisturizing insert into a flap pocket of a steam cap; c) placing a steam cap over a user's hair; and d) heating the moisturizing insert which releases steam with the steam cap.
 8. The method of hair moisturizing according to claim 7, where step of heating includes, placing a hooded dryer over the steam cap.
 9. The method of hair moisturizing according to claim 7, where step of heating is completed prior to the step of inserting by heating the moisturizing insert with a microwave oven.
 10. The method of hair moisturizing according to claim 7, where step of heating is completed prior to the step of inserting by moisturizing the insert with hot water. 